SOC 11-3121
Human Resources Managers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ28/100
Moderate
US Employment
๐ฅ215,520
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$140K
$84K โ $0
Projected Growth
๐+5%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค88/100
High exposure
๐ก Human Resources Managers face a risk score of 28/100 โ 16 points below the national average of 44. With 88/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $140K ($94K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of just 28/100, Human Resources Managers is well-positioned against AI automation. Core responsibilities like conflict resolution and mediation across departments and strategic vision-setting in uncertain markets rely heavily on human judgment and interpersonal skills that AI cannot easily replicate. The 215,520 Americans in this role can expect continued demand, though they should still stay informed about AI tools that can enhance their productivity.
Will AI Replace Human Resources Managers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
AI-driven workforce planning and scheduling
Automated performance analytics and reporting
AI strategic decision-support dashboards
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Conflict resolution and mediation across departments
Strategic vision-setting in uncertain markets
Navigating complex interpersonal and political dynamics
Building organizational culture and employee engagement
Inspiring and leading teams through organizational change
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems.
Advise managers on organizational policy matters, such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment, and recommend needed changes.
Analyze and modify compensation and benefits policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
Perform difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing, refereeing disputes, firing employees, and administering disciplinary procedures.
Represent organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations.
๐ป Technology Skills
Charting software
Accounting software
Human resources software
Time accounting software
Document management software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Personnel and Human Resources
Administration and Management
English Language
Law and Government
Education and Training
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advertising, Marketing, Promotions, Public Relations, and Sales Managers | 16 | $145K | 84% |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | 23 | $168K | 70% |
| Chief Executives | 27 | $206K | 77% |